Vacancy: Indian Navy Agniveer (MR) 2025, 2026 Batch
This article provides information about the Indian Navy's recruitment of unmarried male and female candidates for the Agniveer (MR) - 02/2025, 01/2026, and 02/2026 batches.
Important Points
Organization: Indian Navy
Post Name: Agniveer (MR)
Batches: 02/2025, 01/2026 and 02/2026
Who Can Apply: Unmarried Male and Female Candidates
Website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
Age Criteria for Agniveer Batches
Agniveer 02/2025 Batch: Candidates should be born between 01 Sep 2004 – 29 Feb 2008 (both dates inclusive).
Agniveer 01/2026 Batch: Candidates should be born between 01 Feb 2005 – 31 Jul 2008 (both dates inclusive).
Agniveer 02/2026 Batch: Candidates should be born between 01 Jul 2005 – 31 Dec 2008 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification
Candidate must have passed Matriculation Examination with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from the Boards of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
Seva Nidhi Package
Agniveers will receive a customized monthly package with a fixed yearly increment, along with risk, hardship, dress, and travel allowances. A one-time Seva Nidhi package will be provided upon completion of their engagement period.
Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand (70%) | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) | Contribution to Corpus Fund by GoI |
1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,950 |
4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
Total in Agniveer Corpus Fund | ₹5.02 Lakh | ₹5.02 Lakh |
Physical Standards
Qualifying in the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) is mandatory.
Gender | 1.6 Km run | Squats (Uthak Baithak) | Push-ups | Bent Knee Sit-ups |
Male | 06 min 30 sec | 20 | 15 | 15 |
Female | 08 min | 15 | 10 | 10 |
Stage -I INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test) Details
The question paper will be computer-based with a total of 50 questions, each carrying 01 mark.
The question paper will be bilingual (Hindi & English) and objective type (multiple-choice).
The question paper will comprise of two sections i.e. Science & Mathematics and General Awareness.
The standard of the question paper will be that of 10th. Syllabus & sample papers for the examination are available on website https://joinindiannavy.gov.in.
Duration of examination will be 30 minutes.
The candidates are required to pass in all sections as well as in aggregate.
Recruitment Activities Timeline
Stage | Activity | Tentative Timeline |
Stage I – INET 2025 | Application window for Agniveer Stage I (INET) 02/2025, 01/2026 and 02/2026 | 29 Mar – 10 Apr 25 |
Correction window | 14 – 16 Apr 25 | |
Stage I – INET May 25 | Result declaration of Stage I – INET May 25 | May 25 |
Stage II – Agniveer 02/2025 | Shortlisting & Issue of Call up letters | Jun 25 |
Stage II for Agniveer 02/2025 | Jul 25 | |
Induction at Chilka for Agniveer 02/2025 | Sep 25 | |
Stage II – Agniveer 01/2026 | Shortlisting & Issue of Call up letters | Oct 25 |
Stage II for Agniveer 01/2026 | Nov/ Dec 25 | |
Induction at Chilka for Agniveer 01/2026 | Feb 26 | |
Stage II – Agniveer 02/2026 | Shortlisting & Issue of Call up letters | Mar 26 |
Stage II for Agniveer 02/2026 | May 26 | |
Induction at Chilka for Agniveer 02/2026 | Jul 26 |
Important Dates
Application Start Date: March 29, 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: April 10, 2025 (17:00 HRS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of service for Agniveers?
Agniveers will be enrolled in the Indian Navy for a period of four years under the Navy Act 1957. After four years, they will form a distinct rank, junior to all existing ranks in the Indian Navy.
Will Agniveers be eligible for pensionary benefits?
No, Agniveers will not be governed by the Naval Pension Regulations/Rules, nor will they be entitled to gratuity for their engagement period. They will however be eligible for Seva Nidhi Package.
What happens after completion of four years of service?
Based on organizational requirements and Indian Navy policies, Agniveers will have the opportunity to apply for permanent enrolment. Up to 25% of each specific batch may be re-enrolled as sailors in the regular cadre.
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